Union Of India Ministry Of Defence ... vs Ex Naik Ram Singh

The Supreme Court upheld the Armed Forces Tribunal's decision to grant disability pension to Ex Naik Ram Singh, affirming the 80% disability rating due to an accident sustained while on leave. The court ruled that the pension should be effective from the date of discharge and that arrears should be paid for three years prior to the application, with interest. This judgment reinforces the rights of military personnel regarding disability pensions.